Diamox SR (Acetazolamide SR) Capsule SR

Diamox SR Capsule is a medicine used to reduce pressure in the eyes. This pressure can be caused by or lead to an illness called glaucoma. If the pressure in your eye is too high it can damage your sight. Diamox SR Capsule works by decreasing the amount of fluid inside the eye.

You can take Diamox SR Capsule with or without food. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. Try to take it at the same time each day. It is important to keep taking this medicine until your doctor tells you not to. Use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it even if you feel well.

The most common side effect is headache. Other side effects include feeling tired, dizziness, and taste change. Make sure you read the leaflet that comes with your medicines and tell your doctor if you are bothered by side effects or they do not go away. It may be possible to adjust your dose or try a different medicine. This drug is not recommended during pregnancy and you should ask your doctor before taking it if you have kidney or liver disease, heart trouble or diabetes.

Uses Of Diamox Capsule SR 

• Glaucoma 

Benefits Of Diamox Capsule SR

In Glaucoma

Diamox SR Capsule belongs to a group of medicines called carbonic anhydrase inhibitors. It helps reduce pressure in your eyes that can lead to an illness called glaucoma. If the pressure in your eye is too high, it can damage your sight. Take it regularly as prescribed by your doctor. If you stop taking it, the pressure in your eye will not be controlled. This could lead to a loss of sight.

Side Effects Of Diamox Capsule SR

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them.

Common Side Effects Of Diamox

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Tiredness
• Frequent urge to urinate
• Tingling sensation of extremity
• Numbness of extremity
• Loss of appetite
• Excitement
• Feeling sick
• Diarrhea
• Taste change
• Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)

How To Use Diamox Capsule SR

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Diamox SR Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Diamox Capsule SR Works 

Diamox SR Capsule is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. It works in glaucoma by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye), thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.